Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
Roasted red pepper & goat cheese
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Ingredients
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Roasted Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Topping
Method
Fried Green Tomatoes Preparation
- 1
Slice the Tomatoes
Wash the green tomatoes and slice them into 1/4 inch thick slices.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In one bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, pour the buttermilk. In a third bowl, place the cornmeal.
- 3
Bread the Tomatoes
Dredge each slice of tomato in the flour mixture, then dip it in the buttermilk, and finally coat it in cornmeal. Ensure each slice is well coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- 5
Fry the Tomatoes
Carefully add the breaded tomato slices to the hot oil, frying them in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove them and drain on paper towels.
Roasted Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Topping Preparation
- 6
Combine Topping Ingredients
In a bowl, mix together the roasted red peppers, goat cheese, fresh basil leaves, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assembly
- 7
Serve the Dish
Place a few fried green tomatoes on a serving plate and top with the roasted red pepper and goat cheese mixture. Serve warm.